Regatta Traffic Closures

The following temporary variations in regulations governing traffic in the City of St. John’s will be in effect starting on the eve of Regatta, Tuesday Aug. 6, through to the end of Regatta Day, Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2013 (or whichever day Regatta falls on):

Road Closures
Access will only be permitted to emergency and service vehicles, and residents via the closest access point to their residence. Proof of residency will be required. These restrictions are necessary for the safety of those attending the Regatta and the City apologizes for any inconvenience they may cause.

Regatta Eve Road Closures - 5 to 11 p.m.:

Carnell Drive

Lakeview Avenue

Lake Avenue

Clancey Drive

Regatta Day Road Closures - 7 a.m. to 30 minutes after the last race or until the level of pedestrian activity permits safe access:

Carnell Drive

Circular Road - Bannerman Street to Empire Avenue

Clancey Drive

Empire Avenue – Rennie’s Mill Road to Forest Road

Forest Road

Kenna’s Hill

King’s Bridge Road

Lake Avenue

Lakeview Avenue

Quidi Vidi Village Road

Legion Road

Pleasantville Avenue - Taylor Place to The Boulevard

The Boulevard – access to the Legion will be permitted via East White Hills Road only

Vehicles parked on any street designated as ‘No Parking – Tow Away’ or anywhere they are obstructing traffic (including the Regatta site) will be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.

No Parking Except by Permit – Tow Away

Marquee parking area on The Boulevard

Dominion parking lot

Impaired Mobility Parking
Parking for persons with Impaired Mobility Parking Permits will be available at the Dominion parking lot on a first come, first served basis.

Metrobus Shuttle Service
Metrobus runs several shuttle routes to Quidi Vidi Lake on Regatta Day. For information on routes and schedules go to the Metrobus website at www.metrobus.com or call Ride Guide at (709) 722-9400.

The City apologizes for any inconvenience these closures and parking restrictions may cause and thanks you for your co-operation. If you have any questions please contact Access St. John’s at 311 or (709) 754-CITY (2489).